Girl Like You

Filmed in my city of Perth and as someone who started HRT to transition just 5 days ago, it made me question everything.

It should almost be required viewing before beginning the process. It poses the question; how much are we prepared to hurt others to live life the way we want. The selfishness and simultaneous agony of Elle is almost too much to bare, whilst the selflessness and grief of her partner is heart-wrenching.

Whilst the film is entirely non-judgemental in its portrayal of Elle's transition, it destroys the notion of a happy-ever-after life post-transition. The idea of transitioning to a pin-up-esque barbie doll with a glamourous life, body and pretty face is shown up to be little more than a dream and the realities of being viewed as freakish are (whilst not depicted) implied.

Observational doco filmed over six years as two amazing people negotiate transitioning and their love. This doco has so much heart. It never felt didactic, remains complex and very moving.

This film was an incredibly important piece sharing the under represented voices of the trans community and their loved ones. This documentary has beautifully shown the trials, pitfalls and deep human compassion and love that this couple have for one another on a difficult journey to be true to ones self. I hope this documentary encourages more people to share their stories and more creators to create a platform for people to speak up about their true identity.

I had the privilege to witness Lauren and Elle's journey in this amazing documentary. Their love, their hardships and the impact on them, family and friends. All filmed with so much love, honesty and such bravery. How we need to see documentaries like this! An important journey for ALL of us to witness.

This film is a poignant exploration of love and transitioning. The filmmakers do a beautiful job of showing us the torment, joy and catharsis Elle and Lauren both experience. One of the best documentaries I've ever seen.